A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores

A musician’s new album received 4-star reviews from local music criticsA construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building, cutting costs by 20%

A study showed that spending time with friends can lower stress hormonesA small business owner expanded their online store to offer custom engraved productsA city installed new street signs with larger text to improve visibility

A scientist developed an eco-friendly battery that doesn’t use toxic materialsA pet rescue organization started a "pet food bank" for low-income pet owners

A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and cocktails

A school district started a mentorship program where experienced teachers help new hiresInternational space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth

School district provides free laptops to students from low income householdsMajor coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticityCity officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival

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• ·An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer discounted travel packages for families
• ·A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollution
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents
• ·A charity organization built a new community center with a gym and after-school programs
• ·A major airline added new routes to popular holiday destinations
• ·Volleyball tournament attracts teams from 20 colleges and universities
• ·A famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events
• ·A clothing store launched an online website, allowing customers to shop from anywhere in the country
• ·The university signed a partnership agreement with an international institution
• ·A construction company renovated an old theater
• ·A hospital started a support group for people living with chronic illnesses
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane in the coastal areas
• ·The local zoo announced the arrival of a new animal from a conservation program
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·Researchers at a tech institute created a new type of flexible screen that can be folded 100,000 times without damage
• ·The government announced a new $600 million funding plan to support small businesses hit by recent economic downturns